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A Broken Hallelujah

December 18, 2022 By Meredith 2 Comments

I'm hurting this Christmas, and realizing sometimes a broken hallelujah is all we have to offer--and that's okay.

I am broken this Christmas season. Large parts of this are that my dad isn’t here. Before he died, I hadn’t understood how grief could hurt physically, but the pain can be so acute it takes my breath away. My body is knocked down by the still present long covid I battle, which I’ve learned […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Grief

10 Times You’ll Rock the Season with Shinesty Holiday Wear

December 17, 2022 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Looking for the PERFECT Christmas party outfit? Search no more! Shinesty has a BRILLIANT collection of holiday wear--everything you could need or want for your holiday party! Check out the velvet collection--you will swoon!

Thank you to Shinesty for sending my family fab holiday wear so I can share this post with you. All opinions are 100% my own. The holidays are chock-full of fun occasions to dress up (or down!) in stylish holiday wear. A few years ago, my family fell for the Shinesty site, which makes it […]

Filed Under: Children's Clothes, Christmas, Online Shopping

10 Socks to Stuff Your Stockings with This Christmas

December 11, 2022 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Stuff your stockings with something your giftees will appreciate year-round--check out these 10 crushable socks! Trust me, you'll be Gifter of the Year with these finds!

Thank you to Chrissy’s Socks for sponsoring this post so I can fill you in on these ten crushable socks to stuff your stockings! We’re in the thick of the Christmas season, and I know it can be INTENSE, friends! The holly-jolly isn’t for the faint of heart, and I’m all about anything and everything […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts

10 Steps to an Eco-Conscious Holiday Season

November 27, 2022 By Meredith 2 Comments

Taking steps for an eco-conscious holiday season is waaay easier than you might think! Bonus: your budget will love you too. Get ready to love the planet this holiday!

Thank you to eveelife.com for sponsoring this post so I can share this scoop on steps for an eco-conscious holiday season with you! All opinions are 100% my own. The holidays are upon us! While this is absolutely my favorite time of the year, there is a lot of…everything coming our way. From shopping to […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Holidays

9 Genius Gifts to Boost Mom’s Mental Health

November 19, 2022 By Meredith 10 Comments

This Christmas, mom's mental health gets top billing! Check out these genius gift ideas to keep her well-being well intact!

Thank you to the participating brands for sending items my way for review. I’ve included items I genuinely love and think are super gifts to help boost mom’s mental health. We do Christmas big here around Mom of the Year, and according to my Christmas cactus, even though it’s not yet Thanksgiving, Christmastime is officially […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Giveaway

11 Homebody Gifts to Win Christmas

November 24, 2021 By Meredith 28 Comments

These 11 homebody gifts WIN! Perfect for the person on your Christmas list who likes staying home and getting cozy! I love them all, but I think the first idea is still my favorite :)

The items in this gift guide were sent to me for review, but please know here at Mom of the Year, we are committed to only ever sharing items with you that we have used and think are a great fit for moms and their families. We genuinely love all of these homebody gifts, and […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Giveaway

5 Hersheypark Christmas Gift Ideas–PLUS a Ticket Giveaway!!

November 17, 2021 By Meredith 23 Comments

A Hersheypark Christmas gift is the perfect way to give smiles and fun to a loved one on your list! Get the how-to scoop HERE!

Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I can scoop you on the 5 Hersheypark Christmas Gift Ideas. All opinions remain 100% my own. Christmas season is ON at Hersheypark, and it’s so fun, friends! From the lights to the rides to the special yummy treats to the reindeer…it’s magical! There is no […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Giveaway, Local outings

Gift Card Giveaway for Christmas Shopping

November 11, 2021 By Meredith 6 Comments

Every year I team up with some other bloggers to give away a bunch of gift cards (you choose which store you want the card to be for if you win!) to help you kick off your holiday shopping on a budget-friendly foot. There's no catch--we all just pool our money and then ask that you follow us on our social media channels. The more channels you follow, the better your shot of winning is. So take a minute, follow along where you can and consider yourself entered for this gift card giveaway. Then take one more minute to laugh over these family Christmas jammies, and consider the Christmas season ON, friends!

Every year I team up with some other bloggers to give away a bunch of gift cards (you choose which store you want the card to be for if you win!) to help you kick off your holiday shopping on a budget-friendly foot. There’s no catch–we all just pool our money and then ask that […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Giveaway, Online Shopping

8 Ways to Get Ahead on Christmas Shopping

October 24, 2021 By Meredith 4 Comments

Get ahead on Christmas shopping with these 8 GENIUS tips--trust me, they're a game-changer!

​​ The holidays are filled with a flurry of activities and events, all of them incredibly important because they only happen once a year.  Since shopping is often a big chunk of a person’s worries during the holidays, it’s best to take care of it before the season even begins. This can help you stay […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Organization, Saving Money

10 Family-Fun Activities at Hershey’s Chocolate World Christmas

December 4, 2020 By Meredith 6 Comments

These family-fun activities at Chocolate World Christmas are sure to leave you celebrating the season--and love of chocolate!--in smiles. Make sure to check out the insider tips for a smooth visit full of delight!

Thank you to Hershey’s Chocolate World for hosting us so I could share this scoop on Chocolate World Christmas with you! All opinions are 100% my own. We are HUGE Hershey fans, and one of the most magical times to visit is Christmastime! And there is no year when Christmas cheer is more needed than […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Hersheypark, Local outings, Local Travel, Vacations

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